MassDEP

The official feed of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP).

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Today, the Healey-Driscoll Administration awarded nearly $500,000 in grant funding to @MBLScience to support field and laboratory research on marine eelgrass and carbon storage. Investing in eelgrass research means investing in a more resilient future for Massachusetts. 🌎

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Earlier this year, MassDEP visited Brown Middle School in Newton for its annual Career Day. They spoke with 7th grade students about careers at MassDEP and showcased the equipment and materials used during emergency response operations.

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Last month, MassDEP attended the 8th annual Brockton Area Construction Career Day at @MassasoitCC. 👷‍♀️🚧The career day connected students with industry and public service career pathways. Students also got a hands-on look at our emergency response equipment during a live demo.

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🌱Composting turns your summer watermelon rinds, corn cobs & other food scraps into nutrient-rich soil that helps gardens, plants & communities thrive. Today is the perfect day to start learning how easy it is to compost! #NationalLearnAboutCompostingDay
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Last month, MassDEP joined colleagues from @MassEEA and the Attorney General’s Office for a powerful ceremony celebrating the state's recognition of the Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe.
#EnvironmentalJustice #TBT

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Earlier this month, two of our MassDEP Community Monitoring Analysts, Addison and Luke, served as judges at the Nipmuc Regional Science & Engineering Symposium. 🔬🌎

We were thrilled to support the next generation of scientists, engineers, and environmental leaders.

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MassDEP is proud to recognize students from 75 classrooms across Massachusetts with Green Team Awards for outstanding environmental stewardship and educational activities! 🌎♻️

Thank you for helping build a cleaner, greener Massachusetts! 🌱

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Our Deputy and Assistant Commissioners kicking off the MassDEP Update with the Environmental Business Council of New England. #happeningnow

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MassDEP is hiring a Deputy Regional Director (DRD) - a problem solver and communicator who will work on a variety of compliance and enforcement issues, including, but not limited to, audits, federal facilities, PFAS investigations and emergency response. https://t.co/dStr8QGfLC

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Air Quality Alert: #MassDEP has posted an Air Quality Alert for sensitive populations, effective today from 11am to 11pm for Northeast, Boston Metro, and Portions of Southeast Massachusetts. https://t.co/ij9dq9NjHE

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Air Quality Advisory: #MassDEP has posted an Air Quality Advisory for sensitive populations, effective today from 11am to 11pm for Hampden and Hampshire Counties. https://t.co/HAwSq25fTo

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📢 MassDEP is now accepting applications for its Summer/Fall 2026 Internship Program!
MassDEP is offering unpaid, part-time internships that will run from June 15 through October 16, 2026. Learn more about these opportunities or how to apply at: https://t.co/EYguwZIPLe

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MassDEP is now accepting applications for Technical Assistance Grants! These grants help cities, towns and community groups enhance public education and participation during the assessment and cleanup of disposal sites. Application Deadline: 8/28.

https://t.co/pxKc9gNBdm

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Recently, our Southeast Regional Office and Boston Office joined forces at the @MassasoitCC Career Fair. They joined nearly 70 organizations to connect with students, veterans, and community members to talk about environmental careers and internships.

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Our water resources team in Worcester recently rolled up their sleeves and got to work 🌱
MassDEP staff volunteered at the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, helping with weeding tulip beds and digging up a gravel path to make way for future flower beds. 🌷🌷 🌷

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MassDEP is #hiring a Branch Chief to develop, maintain, & operate data systems used for reporting & compliance, including air quality and other programs like the Environmental Results, Stage I, & the Underground Storage Tank programs. Learn how to apply at https://t.co/yflgZXrDpW

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MassDEP offers a grant program to provide up to 5 PurpleAir sensors at no cost to tribes, non-profit organizations, community-based organizations, and municipalities.

This Air Quality Awareness Week, learn more about this grant program at:
https://t.co/DDwzo2q16A

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1,432 Water Treatment Plants across Massachusetts are removing bacteria & other impurities from water, making it safe for people to drink. Behind the scenes, with care and attention, they are keeping water safe & reliable. #DrinkingWaterWeek

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Today, @MassGovernor and @MassLtGov awarded nearly $900k in grants to help five communities enhance their public water supplies, improve water availability, and remove #PFAS from drinking water.
https://t.co/FEPXBLc2ui

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As temperatures rise, there are more opportunities for higher ground-level ozone levels, as well as mold, germs, pollen, and dust to thrive.

Before you and your pets head outdoors for a walk, check our air quality forecast: https://t.co/pD6dWHsIDM

#AQAW2026 #AirQuality